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The Shop Brunch

4.3 (1.5k reviews)
Closed • 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Max S.

Thought I'd try a new restaurant in Santa Barbara this weekend. It's the strangest thing. It's right on the corner. You can get new tires next door, but while you're waiting, you can catch breakfast or lunch. Outdoors, there's a lot of seating. Wooden tables and wicker chairs. Awnings and large umbrella coverings. You pay first, and then they seat you. There's some seating indoors, but it's limited, compared to outdoors. I ordered a latte ($5.50) and avocado toast ($16). They add a 3% surcharge if you use a credit card. There is a window for to-go orders, but if you're dining in, you place your order with the gal at the podium. I have to say, although there were two staff working on drinks, my latte took a while. Luckily, it came before the food. There was a staff member waiting at the counter and delivering just drinks. Once I got my latte, it tasted good. Strong. I felt the caffeine. The avocado toast was good, too. It was served in a shallow metal dish. Thick, high quality, Artisan bread. I enjoyed the toasted pumpkin seeds. I would definitely order it again, but open to ordering something else on the menu next time. Staff are friendly, welcoming, and efficient. There was another gentleman standing in the back, immediately clearing tables. It's better if you come earlier on the weekends. There was a line of people when I was leaving. There's plenty of free street parking. I parked across the street.

Beets, Fresh Fruit, Biscuit, and Like-a-Tiger
Madii L.

The Shop is one of my absolute favorite places to grab brunch in SB. Without a doubt, you will enjoy every bite of the dish you order as every ingredient is high quality. The service is always quick and the ambiance has a perfect combo of outside scenery and inside comfort. Highly recommend trying this place out!

Dwayne S.

Food was amazing took along time to receive our order but it was work it. My wife got the Philly cheesesteak and I got the wagu burrito. Flavor was great.

The Shop's version of Eggs Benedict
Al L.

Super great atmosphere! Even loved their Spotify playlist while enjoying some truly INCREDIBLE food! The hostess Elli is so kind and welcoming. The wife and I will definitely becoming back again!

Eddie H.

So sad to leave Santa Barbara but before I do I wanted to check out @shopbrunch . Got some chilaquiles with crunchy chips and an egg, cheese bacon sandwich with some aioli sauce I think which was superb and a ton of avocado and a side of waffles. I like the atmosphere especially on a nice day like today and the hostess were super nice and friendly. Hopefully you can check them out. #foodie #santabarbara #review #bacon #chilaquiles

Nijole T.

Well, I do appreciate that they had much lemonade which I love, this one was very mediocre. Also, grossly overpriced, service could've been better as well. They had a great sounding menu, but they were so unfriendly that we just got drinks to go. The quality did not reflect the price.

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Mandy F.

Really cute spot located right next to a car shop. Hence the name too! You order first and you can pick your seating inside or outside of the place. Since it was a beautiful day we chose to sit outside. We got the Chilaquies with carnitas and WOW it was soo good and nice spice to it. Really good with or without meat. Rollex Bacon with scramble egg, avocado, smoked tomato and rolled into a African flatbread, served with house potatoes. I would say this reminds of me an onion pancake if you ever had one of those. It was REALLY good. I truly enjoyed this. Last we got the waffles and that orange bits of butter that they served it with was amazing!! Really brings out the flavor and add the syrup. Sooo good. Had myself a vanilla latte (almond milk) and that hit the spot for my caffeine kick. Service was great and I really enjoy this place and would love to come back if we visit Santa Barbara or passing by the city.

Sosa J.

Stopped by The Shop Kitchen during the Validation Ale take over before a concert at Santa Barbara Bowl this past week. Had a couple hazys and a mule while trying the Philly cheesesteak and smash burger. Let's just say the drinks beat out the food, but still a cool chill spot to post up before heading into the show. Staff was super friendly and kept the good vibes going before the concert.

Fried Chicken Burrito and Tugboat

This was such a great find! It's a cute spot with an indoor and outdoor seating area. We sat outside and the vibe was really pleasant. The food was also amazing! Really great flavor combos and good portions. We also had attentive servers who checked in. Really great experience!

Marissa H.

Overpriced for an average brunch spot. Street parking is hard but we finally found something. They have some gluten free options but can't make some things gluten free (such as french toast, even though they did in the past). We spent $5 on a can of Diet Coke with a cup of ice and we were told there are no refills. That is crazy. The salmon toast was okay, very salty and the toast is super thin. It would be better if there was more toast to balance the saltiness. I also got the omelette and thought it was good, but not super special. The potatoes were done well, very crispy! Strawberry matcha is light and pretty sweet. You get a small glass for $9!! A bit disappointing for the price but the outdoor patio is nice for a sunny day.

Loaded avocado toast with added eggs being pulled by "the tug" in front. Superb!
Kim R.

The Shop Kitchen is a breakfast/lunch spot with indoor and outdoor seating on the corner of Milpas and De La Guerra St. For their winter hours, they open a little later than I'd like, 9am; get there early if you want to avoid the rush. I don't recall any dedicated parking, but there is public parking on Milpas or nearby side streets. Order outside at the register, pick a seat inside or out, and the drinks and food are brought to you. Outside seating is spacious and feels secluded despite being right on Milpas St, with upbeat, fun music and a hip vibe. Inside has less seating and is a nicely done warm/industrial with concrete and wood furnishings. We recently went for Sunday breakfast at opening. Breakfast options are very creative and include fried chicken eggs benedict, toasts with avocado and eggs or salmon lox, waffles, omelets and burritos. For lunch you can get a smash burger, salads, fried chicken items and steak sandwich among other things - limited but thoughtfully curated offerings. They also serve champagne drinks, wine, cider and beers. Food came out reasonably quick on warm metal plates and it looked beautiful. My wife's avocado toast was enormous and very flavorful, with tons of avo, sprouts, tomatoes and scrambled eggs atop thick but soft toasted bread. I ordered "the tug" which is the fried chicken benedict on a homemade biscuit with hollandaise and fried potatoes. Good lord! Chicken was so juicy and crunchy with perfectly cooked, drippy poached eggs and tangy hollandaise. The underlying biscuit was soft and flakey and the potatoes very thin sliced and full of flavor, with just the right amount of salt and seasoning on everything. Drip coffee was also delicious. The food is not cheap at around $16-$24/dish and the coffee comes in paper cups even if you dine in, but the quality, size and gourmet flavors of The Shop's dishes are as good, maybe better than I've had anyplace. Probably my favorite breakfast spot in SB!

Tugboat
Kristina M.

Unclear where parking is for this place and there's not a lot of street parking on Milpas but the staff were super friendly and courteous, letting me and other patrons know that a large party arrived without calling ahead and offering chips while we waited for our orders. I got the Tugboat to-go and was really surprised to see that my poached eggs didn't break at all while I was driving. The Hollandaise was DELICIOUS, fried chicken perfectly crispy and not overbattered, and the biscuit was awesome.

Eggs Benedict, egg wrap, lavender latte and drip coffee with a side of fruit.
Liza H.

My husband and I dined here with a Groupon gift certificate that our kids gifted us. We went on a Thursday morning around 10 AM. You place your order at the window and then find a seat in the garden patio which is lovely. There were only a few others dining while we were there. My husband ordered eggs Benedict with side of fresh fruit and a drip coffee and I ordered an egg wrap with an iced lavender latte. Everything we ordered was delicious and the portions were as expected. The food come in about 15 minutes and everything was fresh and looked like it was made on site. I highly recommend purchasing the Groupon offer as it makes your dining experience such a great value. I did go inside to use the restroom and it wasn't overly clean but acceptable. The interior decor leaves a bit to be desired so if you do visit, definitely sit out on the patio.

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Ask the Community - The Shop Brunch

Is this place good for groups (8ppl)?

Yes, we can accommodate large groups as walk ins or through a reservation, email Graciewaterfront@gmail.com for reservation inquiries

Are dogs allowed on the patio?

Yes

Do they have high chairs?

Yes!

What items can be made vegan, and are there any plans to update the menu (which doesn't look very vegan-friendly) in 2022?

Do they have a parking lot?

No, but street parking isn't too hard to find.

If you dont take reservations how long a wait is it on a Sunday brunch?

There really isn't s wait per se... I order in the line first and food come out rather quickly. If anything u a just wiring one a table. And people move pretty quickly

How is your mac n cheese?

More mac than cheese.

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